Guy W. Murdock

Guy W. Murdock, age 93, passed away peacefully on Thanksgiving Day, November 24, 2011 at Crosslands Continuing Care Retirement Center in Kennett Square, Pa. following an extended illness. He was born on January 14, 1918 in Dodgeville, New York, and lived in Greenwood, NY, Johnstown, PA, Ellicott City, MD, Newark DE, and Kennett Square, PA.
He graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from Carnegie Technical Institute in 1941.
Guy was a veteran of World War II. He retired from the U.S. Army Engineering Corps as a Lieutenant Colonel.
He was a licensed professional electrical engineer and worked for Pennsylvania Electric Company and Delmarva Electric Company on high voltage transmission systems.
He was a member of Lower Brandywine Presbyterian Church, Wilmington, Delaware.
Even in his nineties he remained an expert checker player, beating most opponents. His family and caregivers remember him for his good nature and great sense of humor.
He is survived by his wife of 70 years, Anita Travis Murdock; his children David (Dawn), Larry (Jeanne), and Stephen (Jane); his grandchildren Randal (Suki), Kelli (Vincent), Stephanie, and Travis; and his great-grandsons Justin and Jack.
A memorial service is being held at Crosslands 2 p.m. Sunday, November 27, 2011 with Rev Dr David Lovelace officiating.
Online condolences may be made by visiting www.griecocares.com
Arrangements are being handled by the Kuzo & Grieco Funeral Home, Kennett Square, PA